For our first Rural Creative Connections session of the year, we’re heading (virtually) to Grand Junction to meet Dierdre Monroe—co-owner of Sweet River Event Venue and organizer of the returning Mesa County Fantasy Faire. Originally held in the 2010s, the Fantasy Faire built a loyal following—and now, a decade later, Deirdre is bringing it back […]
Each month, the Rural Women in Entrepreneurship group inside the Startup Colorado Community comes together for a virtual hour of connection. June's co-host will be Heather Otter, Executive Director SCAPE This hour is casual, fun, and easy to drop into. We talk about what we’re currently working on, share our stories, and pool our resources […]
If you have an idea for a creative business but aren’t sure what comes next, this workshop is for you. Join creative business coach Chereen Leong Schwarz for an encouraging, action-oriented session designed for idea-stage creatives who are starting from the ground up. Chereen will open with a grounding exercise, then lead a workshop-style presentation […]
Each month, the Rural Women in Entrepreneurship group inside the Startup Colorado Community comes together for a virtual hour of connection. July's co-host will be Maureen Rikhof, co-owner of Carpe Construction and Ark Valley Pallet Company. This hour is casual, fun, and easy to drop into. We talk about what we’re currently working on, share […]
For our July Rural Creative Connections session, we’re meeting Paul Spitzer from Durango. He's the founder of Verra, a social marketplace app for handmade goods rooted in authenticity, creativity, and community. Paul brings a unique mix of experience to this conversation. With a long career in technology and a background in art and design, he […]